A major milestone has been reached in the development of New York City's public transportation system as officials broke ground on the long-awaited Second Avenue Subway Phase 2. This expansion, expected to cost around $6 billion, will extend the Q train from its current terminus at 96th Street to 125th Street in Harlem, significantly improving subway access for residents of the Upper East Side and East Harlem. The project, which has been in the works for over a decade, aims to alleviate congestion on the crowded Lexington Avenue subway lines and provide a more efficient commute for thousands of New Yorkers. With a projected completion date in the mid-2020s, the Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 is expected to bring a much-needed boost to the city's aging infrastructure.
Ground breaks for long-awaited Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 New York Daily News
